Venue TBC

Continuing to build our international reputation for ocean and marine engineering and science training, the SUT is repeating its 3-day in-person course in Offshore Wind Renewable Energy to include visits to key sites based in the Newcastle area.

The course is designed for:

• Professional non-engineers who would benefit from understanding the offshore wind energy industry
• Engineers and technical staff who are new to this sector or making the transition from another industry
• Technical staff in the sector who would benefit from broadening their understanding of the sector.

The course will be delivered over three days of presentations and site visits by Industry and academic experts, with an emphasis on the practical applications.

Presentations to be given by industry experts (Presenters TBC)

• Wind and the Net Zero Challenge inc Deepwater Floating Potential
• Planning, Environmental Studies and Approvals
• MetOcean/Weather: UK and NW Europe Focus inc Deepwater for Floating Technology
• Offshore Structure Design and Integrity
• Offshore Site Investigation and Seabed Site Foundations
• Construction
• Cables
• Floating Wind Structures
• Operations and Maintenance Field Study inc Turbine Operations

Site Visits (TBC)
Examples from previous courses –

• Equinor Dogger Bank O&M Base South Tyneside
• ORE Catapult Blyth R&D Centre
• JDR Cables plan – Hartlepool
• SMD

Cost (ex VAT)

SUT members – £989 | SUT non-members – £1089

SUT member price is also available for members of – East of England Energy Group (EEEGR), Energy Industries Council (EIC), Global Underwater Hub (GUH), International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA), NOF, Offshore Engineering Society (OES)

A CPD certificate will be issued following the course.

We anticipate this course will be in high demand, so if this course is of interest to you, please log your interest on the form, we will contact you with the final details shortly, which will provide you with an opportunity to register first, should you wish to take the course. Course numbers will be limited.

Registration

Wednesday 13 November | 18:00 – 20:00hrs

Aberdeenshire Cricket Club, Aberdeen

Registration – £15 SUT members / £25 non-members (+ VAT)

Join us in Aberdeen for an evening meeting featuring presentations on:

The use of Swagelining® products in deepwater water injection applications withstanding upset operating conditions
Craig McCord, Subsea 7

Swagelining® technology has revolutionized the way we approach pipeline corrosion protection in challenging environments. This presentation will examine the application of Swagelining® products in deepwater water injection systems, focusing on their ability to withstand upset operating conditions. The presentation will explore the performance and reliability of these products under depressurization and flooding scenarios where upset conditions can present heightened risk. 

Craig is a Chartered Principal Engineer with over 10 years of industry experience, specializing in Swagelining® products at Subsea7. In this time, he has managed numerous high-profile projects, driving the adoption of Swagelining® for internal corrosion protection. 

Discovery and remedial of HISC failures in the North Sea region
Filippo Mazzoni, Pipeline Operations Engineer, ETAP, North Sea Region

The North Sea region has a history of failures associated with Hydrogen-Induced Stress Cracking (HISC). This presentation will bring to light two recent case studies of failures during operations.  It will cover the journey from discovery through safe remediation to being put back into production service. 

Filippo is a chartered Civil Engineer and is part of bp’s North Sea team responsible for pipeline operations at the ETAP platform.  Outside of work Filippo is married and has two young girls. In his spare time he tries to do a good job as a football referee, but according to spectators that is often not the case. 

Thermoplastic Composite Pipes: Meeting Demands and Ensuring Reliability in Challenging Applications with Carbon / PEEK materials
Julien Maurice, Magma Global (a TechnipFMC Company) 

Thermoplastic composite pipes made from carbon fibre and polyether ether ketone (PEEK) provide exceptional strength, fatigue resistance, and corrosion resistance, making them ideal for demanding applications while reducing both weight and installation costs. This presentation will explore how the unique properties of Carbon/PEEK composites meet specific application requirements and address the challenges in proving their long-term reliability. 

Julien took off his journey in composite materials at Airbus before joining TechnipFMC 12 years ago. Previously responsible for qualifying composite materials and polymers for unbonded flexible pipe applications, he now works with Magma Global as Lead Engineer, focusing on material characterization and TCP qualification projects. 

Hydrogen Embrittlement with an emphasis on HISC (Hydrogen-Induced Stress Cracking)
Stephanie Okoye, Vysus

Hydrogen-Induced Stress Cracking (HISC) is a form of Hydrogen Embrittlement (HE) that affects Corrosion Resistant Alloys (CRA) when exposed to Cathodic Protection (CP) under stress or load.  Hydrogen generated on the steel surface due to CP penetrates the material, reducing its ductility and toughness. This increases the risk of embrittlement, particularly in offshore structures, where it can lead to sudden failure.   The presentation will address relevant specifications, standards, and recommended practices, along with potential engineering solutions to mitigate these risks. 

Stephanie is a Chartered Senior Corrosion Engineer with over 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, specialising in corrosion and integrity management of North Sea assets and processing plants. She works with Vysus Group and holds AMPP Senior Corrosion Technologist certification. Stephanie also serves as an executive member of ICorr. 

Thursday 7 November | 18:00 – 19:30 hrs

The Warehouse, 13 Theed Street, London, SE1 8ST

Registration – £10 SUT members / £20 non-members (+ VAT)

ATV is working on a new concept known as the Smart Valve, an innovative solution to elevate valve reliability. The Smart Valve concept is essentially a health monitoring system designed to enhance valve reliability and extend its operational life, all driven by data insights.

This system consists of a retrievable subsea electronic module and a sophisticated sensing net. Its strength lies in its ability to collect data from sensors directly integrated into the valve, with this data processed locally by onboard electronics. The processed information is then transmitted to the asset management system, sharing only essential results concerning the valve status. This approach ensures efficient monitoring, even in remote areas or subsea locations where data transmission bandwidth is severely limited.

Initial results demonstrated the following Smart Valve capabilities:

• Detection and localisation of cracks: It can detect and pinpoint cracks in the valve body and its actuator.

• Quantification of internal and external leakages: It can identify and measure both internal and external leakages within the valve.

When coupled with ATV’s drop-in-place all-electric actuator, the Smart Valve offers a comprehensive solution for valve diagnostics, covering the two main aspects of valve operation:

• Valve wear assessment

• Monitoring deviation from the original torque profile

This presentation explains the Smart valve concept and discusses the initial test results. Will also be introduced the all-electric actuator development program.

Lorenzo Rossano, Electronic Engineering Manager – Advanced Technology Valve SpA

Graduated in electronic engineering at the Polytechnic of Milan. He has been working in the valve sector for 14 years, since 2016 he has focused on embedded fluid control systems, IoT devices and ecosystems for industrial applications.

Since 2021 he is part of Advanced Technology Valve SpA, with the role of Electronic Engineering Manager where he is responsible for the R&D program relating to electronic and mechatronic products such as electric actuators and health monitoring systems for subsea and topside valves.

Lorenzo is a member of the API SC17 (Subsea Production System) commission.

Annual General Meeting and Reception

Agenda

• 1730hrs AGM starts

• 1800hrs Post-AGM Presentation – TBA
• 1830hrs Networking Reception, Wine & Refreshments
• 1930hrs Event Closes

Registration

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | 1300hrs – 1415hrs

Topics covered:

• High-level overview of the offshore wind market
• Floating offshore wind challenges and opportunities
• Overview of floating technology
• Selecting a floating substructure that is right for your project
• Q&A

Matt Barnott, Engineer at Flotation Energy and Vice Chair of the SUT+ committee. Matt has a BEng in Mechanical Engineering with Renewables, an MSc in Renewable Energy Engineering and has spent the last 3.5 years at Flotation Energy developing their UK and International portfolio of floating offshore wind projects. Flotation Energy, headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, sits at the heart of the energy transition. It’s determined to support the big switch to sustainable, clean and affordable energy through the application of innovative offshore wind technology.

Wednesday 25th September | 1800-2100hrs GMT+8

1 Farrer Park Station Road Napier Room Level 6 Singapore, Singapore 217562 Singapore

General Admission SGD$90.00

Welcome to the SUT Singapore Technical Evening! Join us for an exciting evening filled with insightful discussions and networking opportunities. This in-person event will be held at the One Farrer Hotel. Connect with industry professionals, share knowledge, and expand your network. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn and grow in the field of technology. Mark your calendars and see you there!

18:30 – 19:00 Predictive and Prescriptive Maintenance, Christophe Semaille
Christophe will give a short introduction to the current technology available in Predictive and Prescriptive Maintenance.

19:00 – 19:20 Introduction of SAUVC, Dr. Rajat Mishra
SAUVC Technical Chair Dr Rajat will provide a short brief of the upcoming, Singapore AUV Challenge 2025

Wednesday 9th October | 18:00 – 20:00hrs

Aberdeenshire Cricket Club, Aberdeen

Registration – £15 SUT members / £25 non-members (+ VAT)

Join us in Aberdeen for an evening meeting featuring presentations on:

Offshore transportation of CO2
Richard Powell, Senior Project Manager, Crondall Energy

Richard is a process engineer who has worked in the energy sector for over 30 years, with experience on engineering and project management of projects up to FEED stage. He is a Fellow of the IChemE.  He has worked on a large range of projects; oil/gas/CCUS, onshore/offshore, subsea/surface facilities, and located all around the world. His expertise lies in management and technical oversight of field development and feasibility studies, conceptual and front-end engineering design of the production facilities/pipelines.

Well Re-purposing for CCUS service
Pedro Da Matta, Senior Engineer, 2H

Pedro has over ten years of experience in the energy industry,  specialising in well engineering and carbon capture with expertise in casing and tubing design, drilling mechanics, and real-time monitoring and analysis.

Since joining 2H, Pedro has worked in some of the industry’s most critical HPHT wells in the North Sea. His commitment to excellence and innovation has enabled him to collaborate with diverse clients worldwide, enhancing their capabilities by providing insights and expert opinions, and optimising project development and client workflows using industry best practices.

Role of Digital Technologies for Scaling-up Carbon Capture and Storage: Opportunities and Challenges
Dr Hooman Haghighi, Global Director of Decarbonisation Digital Solutions, Wood

Dr Hooman Haghighi is an industry leader in engineering and decarbonisation solutions, highly experienced in providing consultancy services across the energy and materials markets.

Based in the UK, Hooman is the first or co-author of over 40 refereed journals, publications, and industry guidelines, primarily concerning hydrogen, carbon capture, and storage (CCS) – two of the world’s fastest-growing clean energy solutions.

Hooman has a PhD in petroleum engineering and has been involved in multiple major energy transition and decarbonisation projects worldwide. Hooman is responsible for the definition and application of digital solutions in the decarbonisation and energy transition space, identifying opportunities for the industry in the race to achieve net zero.